Class C without boondocking amenities

Artum Snowbird wrote:
Campgrounds let you get email, if you abuse the usage you are cut off.

MitchF150 wrote:
Good luck on your internet dreams... You won't be able to stream anything with the simple WiFi setup they usually have and count on zero security while you are connected...

Do you know what the reason behind this is? Is there something preventing cable and phone companies from providing service to these places? If you're within their service area, I don't see what the problem would be. All they have to do is turn on service for the phone or cable line and you're good to go. Right? This is a deal-breaker for me, if it's true.

" I still eat salad, of course, and meat and juice in moderation along with the occasional cheats."

A salad as in a whole head of lettuce at one sitting? Steak, hamburger, chops etc. bought only in single packages for that night's dinner? Fresh juice consumed all in one session? You don't need to be a tuff guy regarding propane for heaven's sake!

Good luck on your internet dreams... You won't be able to stream anything with the simple WiFi setup they usually have and count on zero security while you are connected...

On the propane deal... Again, not sure why you don't like that, but there you go..

Any parking lot is going to be level enough to run your propane fridge.. Not sure where you have been that is not level, but that's not really going to be a factor..

More power to ya for wanting to venture out on this kind of life.. Hope it works out for ya and please keep us updated on your progress.

Good luck!

Mitch

Since you are looking for a used RV and if you are willing to get something other than a Winni I would suggest you search Craigs list for a mobile medical RV. Many states, counties and private Medical organizations get these special ordered without the beds, refrigerator and stoves. They usually are set up with a waiting room, exam room, bathroom. You could turn the exam room into a bedroom easily. The rest of the RV is an office with a bathroom. I have seen them very cheap, <15k for a 5 year old unit with less than 30K miles. I think they still have the generator and propane for hot water but may be just what you are looking for.

Campgrounds let you get email, if you abuse the usage you are cut off. Propane is essential to normal RV life... cooking is too. You are off the wall to think otherwise.

2oldman wrote:

Wannabango wrote:
My destinations will have full hook-ups and local internet

Oh, and don't count on any RV park internet for reliability and speed.

I've read it's just like getting internet hooked up at a house or an apartment. Do many campgrounds not let you do this?

Either embrace it the way it is or just get something else.
IMO you will have more troubles with your conversion than to use it as is.
Get a 10 year old MH if you need to save money.

Wannabango wrote:
My destinations will have full hook-ups and local internet

Oh, and don't count on any RV park internet for reliability and speed.

I appreciate all the responses. This is very useful information. Thanks!

kerrlakeroo wrote:
I believe your question has been rendered moot. If you are looking for a used unit, I dont believe you will find one without a propane powered system. So find a unit you like, use the installed equipment for a while, and then try going a while without it. If you dont use or want them, hey the stove is also fully capable of being an additional cabinet section, as is the fridge.

Tyler0215 wrote:
If you don't want to use the propane, DON'T USE IT. It would cost you to delete if you order, and cost when you sell.

I agree. It sounds like this was a bad idea.

Lwiddis wrote:
Life without...butter, eggs, meat, pop, beer, milk, ice, salad, juice, mayonnaise? Why?

Lol, because I want to feel good and live a long time! It's a lot easier once your bad gut bacteria dies off and quits screaming at you. I still eat salad, of course, and meat and juice in moderation along with the occasional cheats.

2oldman wrote:

Wannabango wrote:
if I can save money

My understanding is that RV appliances are usually less reliable than appliances that only run on 120v. Is this not true?

If the goal is saving money, become a boondocker and stay away from RV parks.

From what I've found, staying at RV parks shouldn't be too expensive if I stay at least a month at a time. Boondocking would be much cheaper, of course, but I wouldn't want to do it long-term.

2oldman wrote:
No, that's not true. My wh, range and furnaces are over 15 years old and going strong.

Maybe this shouldn't be as much of a concerned as I suspected.